Mechanical Engineering Manager

Mechanical Engineering Manager – Space & Aerospace

Location: Westminster, Colorado

Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Industry: Space Technology & Aerospace

About the Opportunity

EVONA is partnering with an innovative space technology company developing advanced communications systems for satellites, spacecraft, UAVs and other aerospace platforms.

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing engineering team and oversee the development of complex mechanical hardware for space applications.

This opportunity is ideal for a technically strong engineering leader who enjoys developing teams while remaining closely involved in mechanical design, analysis and hardware development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop a team of mechanical engineers.
• Provide technical leadership across multiple aerospace and space programs.
• Oversee mechanical architecture, design, analysis and technical trade studies.
• Manage hardware development from concept through manufacturing, integration, testing and qualification.
• Drive structural, thermal and dynamic analysis activities.
• Oversee electronics packaging at PCBA and system levels.
• Establish and improve engineering processes, design standards and best practices.
• Manage engineering resources, schedules and technical deliverables.
• Collaborate with electrical, systems, manufacturing and program management teams.
• Support customer design reviews, technical proposals and product development strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 7–9+ years of mechanical design and analysis experience within aerospace or space systems.
• 1–3+ years of engineering management experience.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design for aerospace or flight hardware.
• Experience with electronics packaging at PCBA and system levels.
• Expertise in structural, thermal and dynamic analysis.
• Experience with environmental testing and qualification of space hardware.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, SolidWorks PDM, ANSYS Mechanical or equivalent tools .
• Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing processes, including CNC machining, composites and additive manufacturing.
• Understanding of assembly, integration and testing (AI&T), and launch constraints.
• Strong technical leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to lead mechanical engineering development for next-generation space communications technology.
• Work on complex hardware across multiple aerospace programs.
• Influence engineering strategy, technical decisions and product development.
• Collaborative, fast-paced engineering environment.
• Competitive compensation, stock options and comprehensive benefits.

Export Control Requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, conditional residents, asylees, refugees, or otherwise eligible to obtain the required U.S. export authorizations.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Mechanical Engineering Manager passionate about space technology, technical leadership and developing cutting-edge aerospace hardware, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply directly or contact EVONA for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.